With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the goose down sofa you’re looking for. Frequently made of
fabric,
animal skin and
leather, every goose down sofa was constructed with great care. Find 28 options for an antique or vintage goose down sofa now, or shop our selection of 227 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer goose down sofa, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each goose down sofa bearing
modern,
mid-century modern or
Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made goose down sofa over the years, but those crafted by
Saba Italia,
Ghidini 1961 and
Sergio Bicego are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
A goose down sofa can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $10,075, while the lowest priced sells for $401 and the highest can go for as much as $79,200.
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.